Postmastectomy lymphedema course (university degree + 8 ECTS credits)

The postmastectomy lymphedema course is a specialized training designed to provide health professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary for the management and treatment of lymphedema that can occur as a consequence of a mastectomy or breast surgery. Breast cancer is a very frequent pathological circumstance today. During this course, the theoretical and practical foundations of postmastectomy lymphedema are approached in depth, including its pathophysiology, diagnosis, prevention and therapeutic options. In addition, the most innovative and current tools will be studied to be able to treat this type of complication so common and relevant within the health field.

- Understand the pathophysiology of postmastectomy lymphedema. - Identify the diagnostic and evaluation methods of postmastectomy lymphedema. - Learn prevention and education strategies for patients undergoing a mastectomy. - Acquire skills in conservative management of postmasting lymphedema. - Know the advanced therapeutic options for postmastectomy lymphedema.

Professional outputs of this course in postmastectomy lymphedema include working in units specialized in breast surgery, rehabilitation centers, physiotherapy clinics and oncological hospitals. Trained professionals in the management of postmastectomy lymphedema are highly demanded, since lymphedema is a common post -surgical complication.

This course in postmastectomy lymphedema prepares you to become a competent professional in the management and treatment of postmastectomy lymphedema. You will obtain the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to perform a precise evaluation, implement prevention strategies, apply conservative management techniques and know the most advanced and adequate therapeutic options for this type of disorder.

This course in postmastectomy lymphedema is aimed at health professionals who work in the field of breast surgery and rehabilitation, including specialist doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and specialized nurses. It is also suitable for those interested in acquiring specific knowledge about lymphedema management.

This training is not included in the scope of official regulated training (Infant Education, Primary Education, Secondary Education, Official Professional Training FP, Baccalaureate, University Degree, Official University Master and PhD). It is therefore a complementary and/or specialization training, aimed at acquiring certain skills, skills or aptitudes of a professional nature, being able to be barely as merit in workbags and/or opposition competitions, always within the complementary training section and/or continuous training being always essential to review the specific requirements of the public labor stock of the public labor stock market.